The Day of Thunder

Ukyou bumps into his shoulder gently. "There are rafters." Rafters? Zhe was confused by the mention but recalled that some people associated shinseism with the crow mon due to the monk's crow companion. He had to stop himself from laughing at the image conjured in his head: the rafters of an unknow...

Zhe bowed to the man

''It is a pleasure to help, Ikuto-san.''

Letting the man go, Zhe turned towards Chouri and followed her lead

''One's own balance is hard enough to keep without having external forces breach our minds with nightmare and madness''

Zhe listened carefully and tried to conjure an image he could grasp

''Like unclean water needs to be stilled so that the sediments fall at the bottom and the pure water rise on top?''

"Of course! A wedding is a celebration of the groom and bride so it is only proper to have your daughter take center stage with the dance"

A grin crept on the edges of the dragon mouth

"The seeds of the future are buried in the past, Jiyo-sama" he said in his best monk intonation

"It would be a loss...nay...it would be a failure of one's duty to not have her experience her cultural heritage!"

He gave a nod in affirmation

''I was made aware of it but the details and purpose are still unknown.''

''Aight' so one of your eldest is getting married. Well...congratulations! Is she the first of your children to do so?''

The dragon nodded, understanding. ''That is good news to hear. In hard times solidarity is the best virtue.'' The panda, snoring in his coat, did not comment ''What is your vision? I am not much of a spiritual man but if you have a solution that eludes us, I am all ears. Many hands make for light wo...

Jiyo Sora wrote: ↑

Wed Oct 18, 2023 12:46 am

A light of recognition passed behind Zhe's eyes

''Ohhhh, right. She did, herr was.'' he shook his head ''I was reading old records before leaving...that's why I got the name confused. My apologies''

Zhe raised an eyebrow

''Shirayuki-sama? She is already married to Togashi-no-Kami...unless I misunderstood something?

The dragon tilted his head ''A new era?'' curiosity struck him. Perhaps that is what Shinsei sought people for? ''I would gladly hear of what you plan for the future if you would share it. For now, however, if there might be a place we could house the cattle and store the provisions I would gladly l...

Zhe was not used to praise of the sort but he was glad his travel cooking brought some satisfaction to his companions

''I am happy you enjoy this simple meal. I am no Saru Takurou but I am grateful for his tutelage''

Zhe gladly filled the bowls and produced two more cheese wedges for Ukyou and Sora, one stark yellow and the other egg white. ''The yellow one is sharper and more intense, the lighter one is softer.'' "As you say, Jiyo-sama," she said and then got her portion, temperate and appropriate with minimal ...

He found some relief in her reaction. He had suspected an independent village at the eve of a festival might be in need, especially in these times, but he did not want to presume too much and insult the community either. He lowered his head ''I had sent messengers ahead of my departure to inquire if...

Nanzi Ai wrote: ↑

Tue Oct 17, 2023 10:07 pm

So you have heard of him!

From you!

Nanzi Ai wrote: ↑

Tue Oct 17, 2023 9:05 pm

Otomo Akutou wrote: ↑

Tue Oct 17, 2023 9:02 pm

At least y'all know who your dad is.

Everyone knows who my dad is.

I know he talks in the third person...I think?

Zhe had to admit that this was a surprise. A village head this young was rare...well rare might be an understatement ''Thank you kindly, headmistress, but before I take your generous hospitality I would like to present you with a humble gift for you and your village from my people.'' he glanced back...

To Zhe this was something of a familiar occurring. While most people living in the Dragon lands knew of the Wu mon, most people outside would simply recognize the color of the clan...if at all. ''No apologies needed for it is normal not to recognize it if few of us venture into your village. Your gu...

It had been a moment since the dragon envoy had left his fellow travelers after their meal and talks of destiny. No doubt they already had reached the village while he had to let the cattle graze some more. They were to be a gift, after all, and it was better they were fed to keep them from eating t...

Once again we raise the banners!